Plant protection technologies: from advanced to innovative

Abstract

Abstract The purpose of this study is to analyze the readiness to use innovative technologies for plant protection. The authors are interested in the readiness of specialists in the agricultural sector, scientists, agricoltors to introduce innovative technologies. The authors are conducting this research as part of the project "Social Research of Science and Technology". The authors review the existing plant protection methods and analyze their effectiveness. The authors reflected the agrotechnical method, the biological method, the chemical method, the physical and mechanical method, the integrative method and the innovative method of plant protection. Agricultural technologies are one of the most interesting sectors for investment. Innovations in science and technology, the availability of modern technologies and equipment make it possible to make agricultural production a high-tech business. In conclusion the authors note that for the full implementation and achievement of effective indicators it is necessary to do a lot of legal, economic, technological and organizational work.